NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF BLUEBERRIES

In terms of fruit consumption, blueberries rank only second to strawberries in popularity of berries. Blueberries are not only popular, but also repeatedly ranked as having one of the highest antioxidant capacities among all fruits, vegetables, spices and seasonings.

Like other fruits, raw blueberries provide you with the best flavour and the greatest nutritional benefits. Here go few more benefits of blueberries:

Eye
High Vitamin A content is one of the many benefits that blueberries can offer. It’s particularly helpful for your eyesight and has been known to prevent vision loss in old age.

Heart
Blueberries are given their colour by anthocyanins— a flavonoid that counters the build up of plaque and improves cardiovascular health. Studies have shown that blueberries (and strawberries for that matter) may be particularly beneficial to the heart health of women.

Digestion
Blueberries are high in fiber, which is needed for proper digestion. It can help cure constipation. Also, copper, sodium and fructose in it aid your digestion.

Brain and memory function
Studies have shown that blueberries can be immensely beneficial to maintaining healthy brain and memory function, particularly in older adults.

Weight loss
Research has shown that those with a blueberry-rich diet tend to have less abdominal fat. In addition, the fruit contains carbohydrates, which helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied for longer.

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